SHARP SJ-UF088M4B-EN Refrigerator User Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Sharp

SHARP SJ-UF088M4B-EN Refrigerator User Manual

GENERAL WARNINGS

WARNING: Keep the ventilation openings of the Fridge clear from obstruction.
WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process.
WARNING: Do not use other electrical appliances inside the Fridge.
WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.
WARNING: To avoid personal injury or damage this appliance must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer instructions.

The small quantity of refrigerant used in this fridge is ecofriendly R600a (an isobutene) and is flammable and explosive if ignited in enclosed conditions.

While carrying and positioning the fridge, do not damage the cooler gas circuit.
Do not store any containers with flammable materials, such as spray cans or fire extinguisher refill cartridges in the vicinity of the fridge.
This appliance is intended for domestic use only.
Your fridge requires a 220-240V, 50Hz mains supply. Do not use any other supply. Before connecting your fridge, ensure that the information on the data plate (voltage and connected load) matches the mains electricity supply. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician)
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazard involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.

GENERAL WARNINGS

Cleaning and user maintenance, shall not be made by children without supervision.

Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances. Children are not expected to perform cleaning or user maintenance of the appliance, very young children (0-3 years old) are not expected to use appliances, young children (3-8 years old) are not expected to use appliances safely unless continuous supervision is given, older children (8-14 years old) and vulnerable people can use appliances safely after they have been given appropriate supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance. Very vulnerable people are not expected to use appliances safely unless continuous supervision is given.
A damaged power cord /plug can cause fire or give you an electric shock. When damaged it must be replaced, this should only be done by qualified personnel.
This appliance is not intended for use at altitudes exceeding 2000 m.

GENERAL WARNINGS

To avoid contamination of food, please respect the following instructions:

Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact with food and accessible drainage systems.
Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or drip onto other food. * Two-star frozen-food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice cream and making ice cubes.
One-, two- and three-star compartments are not suitable for the freezing of fresh food.
If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mold developing within the appliance.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Disposal

All packaging and materials used are environmentally friendly and recyclable. Please dispose of any packaging in an environmentally friendly manner. Consult your local council for further details.
When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off the electrical supply cable and destroy the plug and cable. Disable the door catch in order to prevent children becoming trapped inside.
A cut off plug inserted into a 16 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Please ensure the cut off plug is disposed of safely.

Disposal of your old appliance

This symbol on the product or package implies that the product should not be treated as domestic waste. Instead, it should be delivered to applicable waste collection places recycling electrical and electronic equipment. Recycling materials will help natural resources be preserved. For more detailed information regarding recycling of this product, please contact local authority, domestic waste disposal service or the shop you have purchased the product from. Please ask your local authority about the disposal of the WEEE for the reuse, recycle and recovery purposes.

Notes:

Please read the instruction manual carefully before installing and using your appliance. We are not responsible for the damage occurred due to misuse.
Follow all instructions on your appliance and instruction manual, and keep this manual in a safe place to resolve the problems that may occur in the future. · This appliance is produced to be used in homes and it can only be used in domestic environments and for the specified purposes. It is not suitable for commercial or common use. Such use will cause the guarantee of the appliance to be cancelled and our company will not be responsible for the losses to be occurred.
This appliance is produced to be used in houses and it is only suitable for cooling / storing foods. It is not suitable for commercial or common use and/or for storing substances except for food. Our company is not responsible for the losses to be occurred in the contrary case.

Safety warnings

Do not connect your Fridge to the mains electricity supply using an extension lead.
A damaged power cord / plug can cause fire or give you and electric shock. When damaged it must be replaced, this should only be done by qualified personnel. · Never bend the power cord excessively.
Never touch the power cord / plug with wet hands as this could cause a short circuit electric shock.

Installation Information

Before unpacking and maneuverings your fridge please take some time to familiarize yourself with the following points.

Position away from direct sunlight and away from any heat source such as a radiator.
Your appliance should be at least 50 cm away from stoves, Gas ovens and heater cores, and should be at least 5 cm away from electrical ovens.
Do not expose your fridge to moisture or rain.
Your fridge should be positioned at least 20mm away from another freezer. · Clearance of at least 150 mm is required at the top of your appliance. Do not place anything on top of your appliance.
For safe operation it is important that your fridge is safe and balanced. The adjustable feet are used to level your fridge. Make sure that your appliance is level before placing any foodstuffs inside it.
We recommend that you wipe all shelving and trays with a cloth soaked in warm water mixed with a teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda before use. After cleaning rinse with warm water and dry.
Install using the plastic distance guides, which can be found at the rear of the appliance. Turn 90 degrees (as shown in the diagram). This will keep the condenser from touching the wall. · Fridge should be placed against a wall with a free distance not exceeding 75 mm.

Before Using your Fridge

Before setting up your fridge, check for any visible damage. Do not install or use your fridge if it is damaged.
When using your fridge for the first time, keep it in an upright position for at least 3 hours before plugging into the mains. This will allow efficient operation and prevents damage to the compressor.
You may notice a light odor when using your fridge for the first time. This is perfectly normal and will fade away as the fridge starts to cool.

YOUR FRIDGE

This appliance is not intended to be used as a built-in appliance.
Product Overview

Ice tray

**Egg holder

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This figure has been drawn for information purposes to show the various parts and accessories in the appliance. Parts may vary according to the model of the appliance.

General notes:
Fresh Food Compartment (Fridge): Most efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration with the drawers in the bottom part of the appliance, and shelves evenly distributed, the position of the door bins does not affect energy consumption. Freezer

Compartment (Freezer): Most Efficient use of energy is ensured in the configuration with the drawers and bins positioned as supplied.

USING YOUR FRIDGE

Thermostat Setting

The thermostat automatically regulates the temperature inside the refrigerator and freezer compartments. Cooler temperatures can be obtained by rotating the knob to higher numbers, 1 to 5.
Thermostat Setting

Important note: Do not try to rotate the knob beyond position 1, it will stop your appliance from working. Thermostat knob.

Important note: The coolest area inside the appliance is immediately below the ice making compartment. There may be condensation in this area, and icing, frosting and condensation may occur in the ice-making compartment and other compartments. This is normal and does not affect cooling. It can be wiped with a dry cloth according to the safety instructions. Thermostat Settings · Set the knob to a low/medium position, up to 3, for short-term storage of food in the appliance. · Set the knob to a medium position, 3 or 4, for long-term storage of food in the appliance.

Note that: The ambient temperature, the temperature of freshly stored food, and how often the door is opened all affect the temperature in the appliance. If required, change the temperature setting.

USING YOUR FRIDGE

Warnings for temperature settings

The ambient temperature, temperature of the freshly stored food and how often the door is opened, affects the temperature in the refrigerator compartment. If required, change the temperature setting.
It is not recommended that you operate your fridge in environments colder than 10°C .
The temperature setting should be set by taking into consideration how often the fridge door is opened and closed, how much food is stored in the fridge and the environment in which and the positioning of the appliance.
We recommend that when first using the fridge it should be left running for 24 hours uninterrupted to ensure it is completely cooled. Do not open the fridge door, or put food inside for this period.
Your fridge has a 5 minute built in delay function, designed to prevent damage to the compressor. When power is applied to your fridge, it will begin to operate normally after 5 minutes.
Your fridge is designed to operate in the ambient temperature intervals stated in the standards, according to the climate class stated in the information label. It is not recommended that your fridge is operated in the environments which are out of the stated temperature intervals in terms of cooling efficiency.
This appliance is designed for use at an ambient temperature within the 10°C – 43°C range.

Climate class and meaning:

T (tropical): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 43 °C.
ST (subtropical): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 38 °C.
N (temperate): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 32 °C.
SN (extended temperate): This refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 10 °C to 32 °C.

Temperature indicator

In order to help you better set your refrigerator, we have equipped it with a temperature indicator located in the coldest area.

To better store the food in your refrigerator, especially in the coldest area, make sure the message “OK” appears on the temperature indicator. If « OK » does not appear, this means temperature has not been set properly

It may be difficult to see the indicator, make sure it is properly lit. Each time the temperature setting device is changed, wait for the stabilization of the temperature inside the appliance before proceeding, if necessary, with a new temperature setting. Please change the position of the temperature setting device progressively and wait at least 12 hours before starting a new check and potential change.

NOTE: Following repeated openings (or prolonged opening) of the door or after putting fresh food into the appliance, it is normal for the indication “OK” not to appear in the temperature setting indicator. If there is an abnormal build up of ice crystals (bottom wall of the appliance) on the refrigerator compartment, evaporator (overloaded appliance, high room temperature, frequent door openings), reduce the temperature setting until compressor off periods are obtained again.

Store food in the coldest area of the refrigerator.
Your food will be better stored if you put it in the most appropriate cooling area. The coldest area is just above the crisper.

The following symbol indicates the coldest area of your refrigerator.
To be sure to have a low temperature in this area, make sure the shelf is located at the level of this symbol, as shown in the illustration.
The upper limit of the coldest area is indicated by the lower side of the sticker (head of the arrow). The coldest area upper shelf must be at the same level with the arrow head. The coldest area is below this level.
As these shelves are removable, make sure they are always at the same level with these zone limits described on the stickers, in order to guarantee temperatures in this area.
Coldest area of the refrigerator

Accessories

Ice tray

Fill the ice tray with water and place in the freezer compartment.
After the water has completely turned into ice, you can twist the tray as shown below to get the ice cube.

USING YOUR FRIDGE

Summer / Winter mode

The drain tray flap allows you to adjust cold air flow inside your refrigerator according to summer (high ambient temperature) and winter (low ambient temperature) seasons.
Summer / Winter mode

Summer mode (mode 1)
The bottom compartment in the refrigerator will be much cooler.
Summer / Winter mode

Winter mode (mode 2)
The bottom compartment in the refrigerator will not be as cool. While defrosting, winter mode should be used.
Summer / Winter mode

Cleaning

Before cleaning your fridge, turn your mains supply off and remove the plug from the socket.
Do not wash your fridge by pouring water on to it.
Use a warm, soapy cloth or sponge to wipe the interior and exterior of your fridge.
Carefully remove all shelves and drawers by sliding upwards or outwards and clean with soapy water. Do not wash in a washing machine or dishwasher.
Do not use solvents, abrasive cleaners, glass cleaners or all purpose cleaning agents to clean your fridge. This may cause damage to the plastic surfaces and other components with the chemicals they contain.
Clean the condenser at the back of your fridge at least once a year with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner.

Make sure that your fridge is unplugged while cleaning.

USING YOUR FRIDGE

Defrosting

Excessive frost will affect the performance of the refrigerator. The ice making compartment should be defrosted at least twice a year, or when ice exceeds 7 mm thick.

For this;

Make sure that drain tray flap is in place. (Set the Winter mode. At the end of defrosting set the previous mode depending on the ambient temperature – Winter or Summer mode)
The day before you defrost the freezer, set the thermostat dial to 5 to freeze the foods completely. · During defrosting, frozen foods should be wrapped in several layers of paper and kept in a cool place. The inevitable rise in temperature will shorten their storage life. Remember to use these foods within a relatively short period of time.
Switch the refrigerator off at the socket outlet and pull out the mains plug.
Leave the door open. To accelerate the defrosting process one or more basins of warm water can be placed in the freezer compartment.
Dry the inside of the unit and dripping tray with a sponge or a clean cloth and set the thermostat knob to 5.

The hole at the bottom of refrigerator at the back is closed and has no effect on the product’s cooling system.
Defrosting

Replacing LED Lighting
If your fridge freezer has LED lighting contact the Sharp help desk as this should be changed by authorized personnel only.

FOOD STORAGE GUIDANCE

To reduce frost build up never place liquids in unsealed containers in the fridge compartment.
Allow warm or hot food to cool down before storing. This helps reduce power consumption.
To avoid frost buildup ensure that nothing is stored touching the back wall.
The coldest area of the refrigerator is the bottom. We recommend to use this area to store food that will perish easily, such as fish, ready meals, baked goods or dairy products. The warmest area is the top shelf of the door. We recommend you store butter or cheese there.
For normal working conditions, it will be sufficient to adjust the temperature setting of your refrigerator to +4 °C.
The temperature of the fridge compartment should be in the range of 0-8 °C, fresh food below 0 °C is iced · and will rot, bacterial load increases above 8 °C, and spoils.
Do not put hot food in the refrigerator immediately, wait for it to cool down first. Hot foods increase · the temperature of your refrigerator and may cause food poisoning and spoil the food.
Meat, fish, etc. should be stored in the chiller compartment, and the vegetable compartment is designed for vegetables. (if available)
To prevent cross contamination, meat products and fruit vegetables should not stored together.
Food should be placed in the refrigerator in closed containers or covered to prevent moisture and odours.

DOOR REVERSAL

Repositioning the door

It depends on which fridge you have as to whether it is possible the reverse the door.
It is not possible where handle is attached at the front of the appliance.
If your model does not have handles it is possible to reverse the door, but this needs to be completed by authorised personnel. Please call Sharp service.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If your refrigerator is not working properly, it may be a minor problem, therefore check the following, before calling an electrician to save time and money.

What to do if your refrigerator does not operate ;

Check that ;

There is no power,
The general switch in your home is not disconnected ,
The thermostat setting is on «·» position,
The socket is not sufficient. To check this, plug in another appliance that you know which is working into the same socket. What to do if your refrigerator performs poorly ;

Check that ;

You have not overloaded the appliance ,
The doors are closed perfectly ,
There is no dust on the condenser ,
There is enough place at the rear and side walls.

Your fridge freezer is too noisy.
The cooling gas which circulates in the refrigerator circuit may make a slight noise(bubbling sound) even when the compressor is not running. Do not worry this is quite normal. If these sounds are different check that ;

The appliance is well levelled ,
Nothing is touching the rear.

If there is water in the lower part of the refrigerator ;

Check that ;
The drain hole for defrost water is not clogged insert a space please (Use defrost drain plug to clean the drain hole)

Recommendations

If you will not use your fridge for a long time (e.g. in summer holidays) unplug it. Clean your fridge according to chapter cleaning and leave the door open to prevent humidity and smell.
If the problem persists after you have followed all the instructions above, please consult an authorised service provider.

TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY

Always allow foodstuffs to cool before storing in the appliance.
Thaw food in the fridge compartment, this helps save energy.

INFORMATION FOR TEST INSTITUTES

Appliances for Eco Design verification should be compliant with EN 62552. Ventilation requirements, recess dimensions and minimum rear clearances shall be as stated in this User Manual in Chapter 2. Please contact the manufacturer for any other further information, including loading plans.

SERVICE & WARRANTY

If you are unable to resolve a problem using the checks covered in the last few pages, do not attempt to service this fridge freezer yourself.
In the unlikely event of the product requiring repair, please contact the Customer Support Centre. Telephone: 0333 577 7230 Lines are open Mon to Fri 09.00 to 17.00

Vestel UK the licence partner for Sharp guarantees that for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase the enclosed product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship. Vestel UK agrees to provide for the repair or, at its option, the replacement of a defective product. Vestel UK reserves the right to replace defective parts, or the product, with new or refurbished items. Items that are replaced become the property of Vestel UK. To benefit from this guarantee, any fault that occurs must be notified to Vestel UK, or it’s appointed Service Facility, within two years from the date the product was purchased. Proof of purchase, such as a receipt or invoice, must be provided. If the product is exchanged, the replacement shall be covered by the unexpired portion of the original guarantee.

This guarantee shall only apply to faults that are due to an electrical or mechanical breakdown. It does not cover faults or damage caused by accident, misuse, fair wear and tear, neglect, tampering with the product, or repair other than by a Service Facility appointed by Vestel UK.

The product is intended for private domestic use only. The guarantee will not apply if the product is used in the course of a business, trade or profession.

TECHNICAL DATA

The technical information is situated in the rating plate on the internal side of the appliance and on the energy label. The QR code on the energy label supplied with the appliance provides a web link to the information related to the performance of the appliance in the EU EPREL database. Keep the energy label for reference together with the user manual and all other documents provided with this appliance.

It is also possible to find the same information in EPREL using the link https://eprel.ec.europa.eu and the model name and product number that you find on the rating plate of the appliance. See the link www.theenergylabel.eu for detailed information about the energy label.

CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

Always use original spare parts. When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, Serial Number and Service Index.

The information can be found on the rating plate. You can find the rating label inside the fridge zone on the left lower side.

The original spare parts for some specific components are available for a minimum of 7 or 10 years, based on the type of component, from the placing on the market of the last unit of the model.

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